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All AP & IB Workshops are now being offered online.

Fall AP Seminar

Developed for teachers interested in acquiring content and strategies for teaching advanced courses, these seminars will be facilitated by a master teacher and will provide a forum for the exploration and discussion of course content, best practices and instructional strategies.

Saturday, November 14, 2020 NOW ONLINE

Who Should Attend: These online workshops are intended as a follow-up for teachers who have already attended a summer institute, or teachers who are new to the teaching this course and looking for guidance in best practices, course content, and student engagement strategies in a virtual environment.

These online workshops will meet for six (6) synchronous (live) hours between 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST). Participants may receive up to six (6) Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits issued via electronic certificate. 

Since 2006, the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies has been offering online courses designed to meet the needs of busy professionals around the world. Our experienced Online Learning support team will be providing student support services, as needed, to all Fall AP Seminar participants. All courses are being held online utilizing the Canvas Learning Management System and Blackboard Collaborate.

Registration: Registration links are available in the Workshops & Registration section below.

AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the development and delivery of this professional development.

Exciting news! This fall the Center for College Readiness will begin using a new registration system. You will need to create a new account to register for a workshop. Browse the workshops below and select "Add to Cart" then follow the steps to create your account and complete your registration.  If you need any assistance with the process, please email collegeready@rice.edu or call 713-348-6031.

Find Your Subject Below

Subject to change due to low enrollment or instructor cancellation.

*Courses with asterisks are designed for middle school and high school teachers seeking foundational skills necessary to prepare students for success in secondary advanced academics. These workshops emphasize best practices and strategies to increase rigor in the classroom in order to prepare students for future AP success. 

AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the development and delivery of this professional development.

To have a positive learning experience, you will need the following:

  • Reliable internet access

  • Chrome internet browser (very important, only exception is if you are using an Ipad, use Safari)

  • Headset with microphone, or a computer with a built-in microphone.

  • Camera (so you can be visible online)

Tuition Per Course

Early registration: $180 (until September 21)
Standard registration: $205 (September 22-November 5)
Late registration: $230 (after November 5)

 

Payments

Payments are accepted by credit card or purchase order. Registrations via credit card are confirmed immediately upon processing. Registrations made via PO are not considered confirmed until CCR receives the actual payment (check). If registering using a PO, payment (check) is due within 30 days of registration. Failure to submit timely payment may result in the cancellation of your registration.

Registrations are accepted with a credit card or purchase orders as a district/school commitment to pay, by check or credit card, within 30 days of registration. Once you complete your registration, you will have the option to print or email a copy of the invoice or forward it to your accounts payable department. Failure to submit timely payment may result in the cancellation of your registration. Registrations made less than 30 days from program start date can only be made using a credit card. The Center for College Readiness does not provide training unless payment (credit card or check) is received in advance.

If a course is full, you will have the option of getting on a waiting list. If a spot should become available, an auto-generated email will be sent out to the participants in the order they are listed on the waiting list, with instructions for completing registration for that specific course. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact us via email at collegeready@rice.edu or by phone at 713-348-6031.

Please refer to our Frequently Ask Questions page for information regarding cancellations, changes, substitutions, wait lists, etc.